16 year drought ends, PV Sindhu creates history by reaching semi-finals of Japan Open
Tezzbuzz Desk – Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has once again made the country proud. Sindhu has made it to the semi-finals on the basis of her excellent performance in the Japan Open. The special thing is that after a long wait of 16 years, an Indian female shuttler has reached the semi-finals of Japan Open. Earlier in the year 2011, veteran player Saina Nehwal had achieved this feat.
Sindhu’s entry into the semi-finals happened in a very special way. Actually, she was to face Japanese player Nojomi Okuhara in the quarter-final match, but Okuhara withdrew her name before the match. After this, Sindhu got a place in the next round without playing.
Sindhu in top-4 of Super 750 tournament after three years
This season is proving to be very good for PV Sindhu. She has reached the semi-finals of a Super 750 tournament after almost three years. This will be their third semi-final match this year.
Earlier, Sindhu had also made it to the last four in Malaysia Open Super 1000 and Australia Open Super 500. Now his eyes will be on winning the Japan Open title.
Chen Yufei competes in the semi-finals
PV Sindhu will face China’s star shuttler Chen Yufei in the semi-finals of Japan Open. Chen Yufei is at fourth place in the world rankings, while Sindhu is at number 10.
Chen Yufei has been a gold medal winner of the Tokyo Olympics. They defeated South Korea in the quarterfinals. yj sim Made it to the semi-finals by defeating.
Sindhu will face a big challenge
Till now, a tough competition has been seen between PV Sindhu and Chen Yufei. In the matches between the two players, Chen Yufei has a lead of 8-6. However, Sindhu is known for her experience and great performances on the big stage.
Now Indian fans hope that Sindhu will maintain her rhythm and make it to the finals of Japan Open and create history once again by winning the title.
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